How to make ‘workcations’ work
Summer is here, and “workcations,” a blend of business and personal travel, are on the rise. According to data from Engine, a group travel startup, nearly two-thirds (65%) of full-time employed Gen Z...
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These three underrated features make ChatGPT way better
Often lost in the generally breathless coverage of generative AI, ChatGPT sports a few genuinely useful features that aren’t quite so obvious. These options don’t get splashy demos or make the...
View ArticleVerizon CEO Hans Vestberg talks 25 years of innovation and the future of 5G...
Stephanie Mehta, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures, speaks with Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg as he reflects on the company’s 25-year journey—from its groundbreaking...
View Article3 power skills that are key for business success
What does it take to lead through complexity, make tough decisions and still put people first? For me, the answer became clear during a defining moment early in my career—one that changed my path...
View ArticleHow to make the most of your summer vacation
Summertime is vacation season. The weather is wonderful, the warm days are conducive to taking a break and getting away for a week or two. Plus, it is often easier for families with children to get...
View ArticleTraditional business planning doesn’t cut it anymore. Here’s what leaders...
In 2019, a midsized company used a familiar tool: the classic 2×2 scenario matrix. They mapped two axes of uncertainty: economic stability and technological innovation. From that, they built four...
View ArticleTrump’s anti-EV rules aren’t stopping California’s electric truck boom—yet
This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. Wes Lowe uses so much Claritin that he started an Amazon subscription to avoid running out. His kids take two...
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Urban design job listings are up 102%. This might be why
With more and more people moving to urban areas, there’s an ever-growing need for people who can think at the scale of a city in order to solve problems. Experts in urban design are very much in...
View ArticleIs this Hollywood’s moment of AI reckoning?
For some in Hollywood, as Silicon Valley’s AI models have become impossible to ignore, it’s better to have a seat at the table as these new technologies emerge, rather than sitting back and letting...
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Private jet use is soaring—and the U.S. is responsible for the most flights
Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles is one of the country’s busiest general aviation hubs, as residents nearby can attest. Those who live near the airport say they hear a “relentless” roar of planes...
View Article5 unexpected roadblocks for women entrepreneurs—and how to overcome them
Every entrepreneur faces challenges on their professional path. Many women, in particular, share experiences of doubt and difficulty in making their voices heard. But rest assured, there are...
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King’s Hawaiian just got a fluffy rebrand inspired by its classic rolls
King’s Hawaiian—the maker of the sweet, buttery rolls that were a staple in many American childhoods—just got a fluffy rebrand. The updated identity, which includes a new wordmark, logo, color...
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These gorgeous housing designs could remake Los Angeles’s fire-ravaged...
For the Los Angeles area neighborhoods devastated by January’s wildfires, rebuilding is a question of how, not if. A new effort involving 40 architecture firms from L.A. and beyond aims to broaden the...
View ArticleThe rise of AI in CEO communications—and the credibility threat it poses
CEOs have become more than just corporate leaders—they’re among the most valuable assets on the balance sheet. Great leadership can drive billions in market cap by shaping narratives and galvanizing...
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The sneaky way to to deal with public Wi-Fi restrictions
On a recent flight home to Cincinnati, I found myself in a Wi-Fi pickle. Delta was offering free in-flight Wi-Fi for all SkyMiles members, but only after logging in through a web page. That created an...
View ArticleOn Verizon’s 25th anniversary, CEO Hans Vestberg shares how he’s...
Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations...
View ArticleYour leadership playbook needs an AI update
As organizations embed artificial intelligence into business operations, the demands on leaders are changing. Today’s teams aren’t made up of people alone—they’re increasingly hybrid, with humans and...
View ArticleBig Beautiful Bill update: Timeline, summary, and latest polling as Senate...
Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill are working to pass President Trump’s controversial One Big Beautiful Bill Act. A marathon session of voting in the U.S. Senate, known in Washington as a...
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